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Fisher-Price J5246 User's Manual

1. Use of the wrong type battery or charger could cause a fire or explosion resulting in serious injury Use of Power Wheels components in products other than Power Wheels vehicles could cause overheating fire or explosion The battery must be handled by adults only The battery is heavy and contains sulfuric acid electrolyte Dropping the battery could result in serious injury Never allow children to charge the battery Battery charging must be done by adults only A child could be injured by the elec tricity involved in charging the battery Read the safety instructions on the battery Examine the battery charger and their connectors for excessive wear or damage each time you charge the battery If damage or excessive wear is detected do not use the charger or the battery until you have replaced the worn or damaged part E BATTERY CHARGING CAUTION Use the charger in dry locations only About Thermal Fuses Your Power Wheels 12 volt battery is equipped with a built in thermal fuse The thermal fuse is a self resetting safety device which automatically trips and shuts down operation of the vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions too severe Once a fuse has tripped remove your foot from the pedal and wait approximately 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again To avoid repeated automatic shut downs do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 130 lbs 59 kg max
2. oe YY ESCALADE CUSTOM EDITION Please read this manual and save it with your original sales receipt Tools needed for assembly Phillips Screwdriver not included Assembly Tool included Use only with a Power Wheels 12 Volt Lead Acid Rechargeable Battery with Built in Thermal Fuse and Power Wheels 12 Volt Charger with Type 12V Connector both included Requires four C LR4 alkaline batteries not included for FM Radio Simulated CD Player Digital Clock Microphone operation page WI cl I RE A p ul N ty eee z N ANNAN AY n 2 a miy Ha ma K ANY WN 4 CANN the _ Wi i rit iA leam Product features may vary from the picture above nif es Tes POWER Owner s Manual WHEELS with Assembly Instructions For Model J5246 TABLE OF CONTENTS A ortan Ora a a E A EN A E A E E A A A eeiorte cm seaeTn 2 Ss Warnings anaie aan Sr a E A N TE ER N T 3 N a ER ER N RER 4 D REAA EA E AO A TA AOE ere nr A EE ncaa AT AAE AEE EEA E EAE T AE et wean Ab 7 E Baten CRAI ra RN RENNEN TE 8 E ASSEDIV ru RE RE ARE NE E A E E A N Ue ON RS atte sl 9 ENDE HA On E EEE ER 21 a Bela Allan Chloe EEE REN Wate nace aie I A eer Cae 23 BP Battenyae arerandi DISBoO Sabre ee tees APA ten thc ts NaN N te oN ea pa ete niece EN 24 SOs HOAIC DO MVINGHAUICS Ah N ne ACR ANT RU echt EN 25 BE rencie Opero EE eeu at EL Se ea ORI a dei lel cia E RUMI IA aru diet cya e
3. Headlights e Insert two 8 x 3 4 screws into the top edge of each headlight Tighten the screws e Fit the large hole on the plates to the door posts e Align the holes in the plates with the holes in the top side of the vehicle J5246pr 0921 13 F ASSEMBLY Windshield Dash Connectors e Insert three 8 x 3 4 screws into each plate and tighten Open the doors on the vehicle Place the windshield dash on top of the front end of the vehicle e Plug both dash connectors together Nator Harness e Plug both radio connectors together Dash Connector Hint If the connectors do not fit together do not force them Simply N turn one of them over and try again Windshield Dash Radio Connector e Separate the radio and dash connector wires from the motor harness connector FRONT VIEW e Position the motor harness connector towards the front of the l l l l vehicle and into the battery compartment e Fit the tabs on the windshield dash into the slots in the front end of x l the vehicle e Position the dash connector and radio connector wires toward the back of the vehicle J5246pr 0921 ASSEMBLY F IMPORTANT Turn the vehicle on its side or over to complete assembly steps 24 29 A Steering Metal Vehicle Column Bar Hole Hole e Insert four 8 x 3 4 screws into the base of the windshield dash Tighten the screws BOTTOM VIEW e Wipe the steering column with a paper towel to remove any ex
4. These areas must be away from swimming pools and other bodies of water to prevent drownings generally level to prevent tipovers away from steps steep inclines cars roads and alleys e Riding Rules Make sure children know and follow these rules for safe driving and riding Always sit on the seat Always wear shoes Only 2 two riders at a time AN CAUTION e In the unassembled state this package contains small parts Adult assembly is required e Use the charger in dry locations only J5246pr 0921 ac PARTS e f you experience a problem with this product or are missing a part please call us at 1 800 348 0751 rather than return this product to the store e Please identify all parts before assembly and save all packaging material until assembly is complete to ensure that no parts are discarded 2 Doors Left and Right Vehicle Front End Windshield Dash Bumper Grille J5246pr 0921 Steering Column rA Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Cap Sr _ Speaker Box Assembly pIE ii a ss _ ei u u Br _ 2 Headlights Left and Right a 2 Taillights Left and Right J5246pr 0921 2 Front Wheels Left and Right 2 Wings Left and Right gt p 2 Door Plates Steering Column Cap lt 2 Bushings 2 Hubcaps 2 Short Seat Belts Long Seat Belt G Assembly Tool r i H a f H j
5. e Align the slot in a hubcap with the rib in the wheel cover Snap a hubcap into the center of each wheel cover J5246pr 0921 ASSEMBLY F Front End Battery Compartment TOP VIEW e Insert two 1 4 x 11 4 screws inside of the battery compartment and into the front end of the vehicle Tighten the screws e Fit the front end onto the vehicle e Insert the tabs on the back edge of the front end into the slots in the vehicle Front End Front End RIGHT SIDE VIEW e Fit the bumper onto the front end e Insert two 8 x 3 4 screws through the front end and into the vehicle Tighten the screws J5246pr 0921 ASSEMBLY Grille e Insert seven 8 x 3 4 screws into the bumper and tighten e Insert two 8 x 3 4 screws the top of the grille Tighten the screws Grille e Fit the grille onto the bumper e Push down to fit the tabs on the grille into the slots in the bumper e Before applying the labels wipe the surface of the vehicle with a clean dry cloth to remove any dust or oils e Place the labels exactly as shown in the illustration e For best results avoid repositioning a label once it has been applied to the vehicle J5246pr 0921 ASSEMBLY F Headlights e Fit the headlights left and right onto the bumper e Fit the door pegs onto the holes near the front end of the vehicle Hint There is a left and right door They are designed to be assembled one way
6. 4 1 j l Key Assembly 12 Volt Charger The Washer 2 fs 16 Lock Nut 2 5 30 x 11 2 Pin 1 RUN 8 x 3 Screw 37 1 3 X 114 Screw 2 For your convenience we included extra fasteners Note Tighten and loosen all screws with a Phillips screwdriver Do not over tighten the screws Fasteners Shown Actual Size J5246pr 0921 PARTS PICTURE Note Some parts shown are assembled on both sides of the vehicle Bu Door Plates 2 u Lo 3 Seat La Short Seat Belts 2 u gt Long Seat Belt gee Wings 2 La 5 Front Wheels 2 u 0 3 Wheel Covers 2 a i Hubcaps 2 se Vehicle 4 Front End c Bumper Grille Headlights 2 sa Doors 2 ra Hood 238 Windshield Dash J5246pr 0921 LEA Bushing 2 223 Key Assembly The Washers 2 223 Assembly Tool gk Speaker Box Assembly 74 Steering Column Cap 20 Steering Wheel y 4 Steering Wheel Cap A E Steering Column 2 7 5 32 x 11 5 Pin 1 yas Taillight 2 rc 3 12 Volt Charger 3 12 Volt Battery Parts Not Shown 3 s 16 Lock Nuts 2 1 4 x 11 4 Screws 2 8 x 3 4 Screws 37 Label Sheet ELECTRICAL HAZARD N WARNING e Battery can fall out and injure a child if vehicle tips over Always use battery retainer PREVENT FIRE Never modify the electrical system Alterations could cause a fire resulting in serious injury and could also ruin the electrical system
7. If your charger does not get warm during use it does not mean that it is not working properly No action required If your battery does not make noise or swell slightly during charging it does not mean that it is not accepting the charge PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION FM Radio does not function Simulated CD is inserted Press the eject button fm to switch back to FM radio use Power is off Power automatically turns off after about one hour of non use Press the power button 0 to turn it back on Batteries are weak or dead Replace all four batteries with four new C LR14 alkaline batteries FM Radio station Poor reception You may find better reception of a particular station ina changes automatically different location Power was turned off and the radio Use the scan button to reset to your favorite station reset back to the first station Simulated CD Player Simulated CD is not inserted Press the simulated CD to pop it in does not function Power is off Power automatically turns off after about 10 minutes of non use Press the power button 0 to turn it back on Batteries are weak or dead Replace all four batteries with four new C LR14 alkaline batteries Digital Clock display is faint Batteries are weak or dead Replace all four batteries with four new C LR14 or not visible alkaline batteries FM Radio is in use Digital Clock displays only when FM Radio and simulated CD
8. Player power is off or simulated CD Player is in use still hear sounds but the Batteries are weak or dead Replace all four batteries with four new C LR14 display is blank on the FM Radio alkaline batteries Simulated CD Player Digital Clock FM Radio Simulated CD Player Electronic lock up Press the main reset button on the front of the unit with the Digital Clock function erratically point of the pen or similar object Microphone does not function Batteries are weak or dead Replace all four batteries with four new C LR14 alkaline batteries If after reviewing the Problems and Solutions Guide the vehicle still fails to operate please contact your nearest authorized service center J5246pr 0921 J5246pr 0921 Before first time use you must charge the battery 15 hours Charge the battery immediately after each use Charge the battery once a month even if the vehicle is not used or stored Do not return your vehicle to the store We re a toll free phone call away and we can help If you are missing parts or need assistance please call 1 800 348 0751 8 am 6 pm EST Monday through Friday Or contact your local independently owned and operated Power Wheels Authorized Service Center For the location nearest you visit us on line at www powerwheels com Fisher Price Inc a subsidiary of Mattel Inc East Aurora New York 14052 U S A 2005 Mattel Inc All Rights Reserved Fisher Price
9. is in the reverse amp position To Back Up e Loosen and remove the screw in the shifter box e Place the lock out screw into the hole in the vehicle for future use It can be re inserted into the shifter box to lock out high speed To Drive IMPORTANT To avoid damaging the motors and gears stop the vehicle before shifting from forward to reverse e Once your child is completely comfortable with operating the vehicle in the forward mode introduce reverse e Make sure the shifter is in the reverse position Hl Press down on the foot pedal I The vehicle will go in reverse at a e Make sure the shifter is in the high speed position Eu maximum of 21 2 mph EB The vehicle is designed to operate in low e Press down on the foot pedal 2l The vehicle goes forward at a speed only in reverse Help your child practice steering to learn how maximum of 5 mph Ball Help your child practice steering to learn far and how quickly to turn the steering wheel when driving how far and how quickly to turn the steering wheel when driving in reverse forward in high speed J5246pr 0921 FM RADIO SIMULATED CD PLAYER DIGITAL CLOCK MICROPHONE USE FM Radio Station Time Display Eject Simulated Track Track CD Reset Back Forward Power Volume e Press the power button O to turn on or off e Turn the volume dial to adjust to a comfortable listening level Hint The FM Radio will turn off auto
10. the floor if the vehicle is used indoors Beginner Use Low Speed Drive e Your vehicle has a patented electronic braking system that automatically stops the vehicle when your child s foot lifts from the pedal Make sure your child is comfortable with steering the vehicle and automatically knows how to stop As assembled your vehicle is ready to roll in low speed 21 2 mph maximum It has been pre set so it will only operate in low speed After your child has mastered the basic skills of driving and understands the rules for safe driving it s time to remove the high speed lock out screw to allow the vehicle to operate in low or Advanced Use High Speed Drive high speed See the instructions on this page to remove the high speed lock out screw Place lock out screw here for storage Remove lock out screw for high speed e Make sure the shifter is in the low speed P position RN e Press down on the foot pedal EL The vehicle goes forward at a e Before you disconnect the high speed lock out make sure your maximum of 2 2 mph BE Help your child practice steering to learn child knows how to steer how to start and stop the vehicle and how far and how quickly to turn the steering wheel when driving knows the rules for safe driving When the high speed lock out is forward in low speed disconnected the vehicle can be driven forward in low speed 21 2 mph maximum or high speed 5 mph maximum e Make sure the shifter
11. while power is still being supplied to the motors If a thermal fuse continually trips contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center Charge the battery A new battery should have been charged for at least 18 hours before using the vehicle for the first time After first time use recharge the battery for at least 14 hours after each use Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours Check all wires and connectors Make sure the motor harness connector is tightly plugged into the battery and that the charger is plugged into the wall Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is ON Do not charge the battery longer than 30 hours If you suspect that your battery is damaged as a result of overcharging contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center They can test the battery for you Even with proper care a rechargeable battery does not last forever Average battery life is 1 to 3 years depending on vehicle use and use conditions Replace only with a Power Wheels 12 Volt Lead Acid Rechargeable Battery Do not substitute parts The built in thermal fuse may trip and shut down operation of the vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions too severe Once a fuse has tripped remove your foot from the pedal and wait approximately 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again To avoid repeated automatic shutdowns do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 130 Ibs maximum weight ca
12. Before children use this vehicle an adult should carefully evaluate the driving area as well as the children s skill level and ability to drive this vehicle safely Children are not always able to recognize or anticipate hazards even when they have been taught about them There is no acceptable substitute for direct adult supervision Teach appropriate safety rules to your child before allowing operation of this vehicle These rules should also be reviewed with neighborhood children or other playmates who want to drive this vehicle Riding Rules Make sure children know and follow these rules for safe driving 1 Always sit on the seat 2 Always wear shoes 3 Only 2 two riders at a time A child who is not sitting on the seat or who is standing on the vehicle could fall off cause a tip over or block the driver s view A child could be seriously injured 4 Do not allow any child to drive the vehicle in the street or near moving motorized vehicles 5 Do not allow any child to drive near bodies of water such as pools or creeks obstructions Such as furniture low tree limbs or play equipment or drop offs Such as stairs or decks 6 Do not allow any child to drive the vehicle in the dark A child could encounter unexpected obstacles and have an accident Operate the vehicle only in the daytime or a well lit area 7 Do not allow your child to drive on sloped or inclined surfaces Restrict your child s driving to general
13. TATION SO THIS LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU Should you need service or assistance with your vehicle during the warranty period do not return the vehicle to the store Power Wheels has provided a nationwide network of authorized service centers If there is not an authorized service center in your area please visit us on line at www powerwheels com or call Consumer Relations for information 1 800 348 0751 This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state PLEASE SAVE YOUR ORIGINAL SALES RECEIPT PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS GUIDE IMPORTANT If you experience a problem with your vehicle first check the Problems and Solutions Guide below If you still experience a problem please contact Power Wheels Consumer Relations toll free at 1 800 348 0751 between 9 AM and 7 PM EST Monday through Friday and 11 AM and 5 PM EST Saturday Or contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center For the location nearest you please visit us on line at www powerwheels com or call 1 800 348 0751 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Vehicle does not run Undercharged battery Charge the battery A new battery should have been charged for at least 18 hours before using the vehicle for the first time After first time use recharge the battery for at least 14 hours after each use Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours Check all connectors Make sure the charger is t
14. ake sure the battery retainer slides over the battery To close the hood fit the tabs on the front end of the hood into the slots on each side of the front end of the vehicle BATTERY CARE AND DISPOSAL Care Disposal amp K If a battery leak develops avoid contact with the leaking acid and place the damaged battery in a plastic bag See information below for proper disposal If acid comes in contact with skin or eyes flush with cool water for at least 15 minutes and call a physician If acid is internally ingested give water milk of magnesia or egg whites immediately Never give emetics or induce vomiting Call a physician e Charge a new battery for at least 18 hours before first use Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours Overcharging or undercharging the battery may shorten battery life and decrease vehicle running time e After the first charge recharge the battery for at least 14 hours after each use Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours Charge the battery after each use regardless of how long the vehicle was used e Your Power Wheels battery is a non spillable sealed lead acid battery It must be recycled or disposed of in an environmentally sound manner e Do not dispose of a lead acid battery in a fire The battery may explode or leak e Do not dispose of a lead acid battery in your regular household trash The incineration landfilling or mixing of sealed lead acid batteries wit
15. and Power Wheels are US trademarks of Mattel Inc Cadillac the Wreath amp Crest Emblem Escalade all related Emblems and vehicle body designs are General Motors Trademarks used under PRINTED IN MEXICO i license to Fisher Price J5246pr 0921 OFFICIAL LICENSED PRODUCT
16. cess lubricant e First insert the straight end of the steering column down through the hole in the metal bar I then through the hole in the vehicle floor E and finally out through the hole in the dash Steering Column Steering Rod e TA RI e Insert two 8 x 3 4 screws into the sides of the windshield dash Tighten the screws e Close the doors on the vehicle e Insert the curved end of the steering column through the hole in the steering rod J5246pr 0921 ASSEMBLY Large Opening Steering Wheel l Steering Column DASH VIEW e Position the steering wheel so that the large opening is UP e Fit the steering wheel onto the steering column Lift Steering Column e While pressing down on the steering wheel grasp the steering column under the dash and pull it up as far as it will go e Insert the 5 32 x 11 2 pin through the hole in the steering column e Grasp the steering column again and pull down to fit the pin into the center of the steering wheel Steering Wheel Cap e Insert and snap the steering wheel cap into the center of the steering wheel Steering Column Cap e Fit the steering column cap onto the end of the steering column e Insert a 8 x 3 4 screw through the large opening in the steering column cap and into the hole in the steering column Tighten the screw e Turn the vehicle upright J5246pr 0921 ASSEMBLY F 1 5V x 4 Key f zZ Ass
17. e installed in your vehicle Please see the Battery Installation section on page 23 for detailed instructions on installing your battery If your battery is already installed in your vehicle simply re connect the motor harness connector to the battery Close the hood J5246pr 0921 N WARNING Children can be harmed by small parts sharp edges and sharp points in the vehicle s unassembled state or by electrical items Care should be taken in unpacking and assembly of the vehicle Children should not handle parts including the battery or help in assembly of the vehicle SS i ie a gA 7 16 Washer RIGHT SIDE VIEW Front Axle e Slide a 7 16 washer onto a front axle e Fit a bushing flat side first onto the front axle e Repeat this procedure to assemble the other 7 16 washer and bushing to the other front axle ASSEMBLY F F ASSEMBLY a Front Axle et Front Wheel A N Assembly Tool 3 o 2 4 Hint There is a right and a left front wheel Place the right wheel Placera eee KOUNGA SIde Sul oa MONTARE marked R on the passenger side of the vehicle and the left wheel IMPORTANT Tighten the lock nut firmly using the closed end of the marked L on the driver side of the vehicle assembly DD SER Eaton whectoniocach E e Repeat this procedure to fasten the other front wheel assembly with the other 3 8 16 lock nut Wheel Cover Front Wheel e Fit a wheel cover onto each front wheel
18. ed inside the battery Take precautions to protect the surface on which you charge your battery e Use only a Power Wheels 12 volt charger with 12V connector input 120 VAC 60 Hz 28W with an output of 12 VDC 1200 mA to charge your Power Wheels 12 volt battery Adults Note Regularly examine the charger for damage to the cord plug housing or other parts that may result in the risk of fire electric shock or injury In the event of any damage do not use the charger until the damage has been properly repaired Please call 1 800 348 0751 e f your battery is old and will not accept a charge do not leave it in the vehicle Always remove a dead battery from the vehicle J5246pr 0921 E BATTERY CHARGING Battery Charger Connector e Plug the charger connector into the battery Al e Plug the charger into a standard wall outlet EJ Note If power flow to the wall outlet is controlled by a switch make sure the switch is ON Use the charger only in a wall outlet Do not plug the charger into a ceiling outlet Before first time use charge the battery for at least 18 hours Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours e Recharge the battery for at least 14 hours after each use of your vehicle Do not charge the battery longer than 30 hours e Once the battery is charged pull firmly on the charger connector to disconnect it from the battery Unplug the charger from the wall outlet The battery is now ready to b
19. embly J e Insert and snap the key assembly into the slot in the dash Loosen These Screws e Locate the FM Radio Simulated CD Player Digital Clock on the dash e Loosen both screws in the battery compartment door e Remove the battery compartment door e Insert four new C LR14 alkaline batteries Hint We recommend using alkaline batteries for longer life e Replace the battery compartment door and tighten the screws e When sounds become faint or stop it s time for an adult to change the batteries Please refer to page 27 for general information and tips for use of the FM Radio Simulated CD Player J5246pr 0921 C LR14 Battery Safety Information In exceptional circumstances batteries may leak fluids that can cause a chemical burn injury or ruin your product To avoid battery leakage e Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types alkaline standard carbon zinc or rechargeable nickel cadmium e Insert batteries as indicated inside the battery compartment e Remove batteries during long periods of non use Always remove exhausted batteries from the product Dispose of batteries safely Do not dispose of product in a fire The batteries may explode or leak e Never short circuit the battery terminals e Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended e Do not charge non rechargeable batteries e Remove rechargeable batteries from the product before c
20. es When the foot pedal is pressed the vehicle won t run without a push Battery s thermal fuse constantly trips but the vehicle is not overloaded nor the driving conditions too severe Loud clacking or grinding noise from a motor gearbox Charger gets warm during use Battery makes a sizzling or gurgling noise when charging J5246pr 0921 POSSIBLE CAUSE Loose wire or connector Motor or electrical switch damage Loose wire or connector Dead Spot on motor Damaged battery Child is switching between FORWARD and REVERSE without stopping Broken gears It is normal for some chargers to get warm during use and is not reason for concern Some chargers do not get warm during use It is normal for some batteries to make noise and swell slightly while charging and is not reason for concern SOLUTION Check all wires around the motors and all connectors to make sure they are tight Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center for diagnosis and repair Check all wires around the motors and all connectors to make sure they are tight Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center for diagnosis and repair Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center for diagnosis and repair Teach your child to stop the vehicle before switching direction Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center for diagnosis and repair No action required
21. ested at your local Power Wheels authorized service center Electrical switch damage The electrical switches can become corroded due to exposure to water or moisture or can jam due to loose dirt sand or gravel Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center for diagnosis and repair Motor damage Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center for diagnosis and repair J5246pr 0921 PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS GUIDE PROBLEM Vehicle was running but Loose wires or loose connectors suddenly stopped Tripped thermal fuse Short run time Less than 1 3 hours per charge Undercharged battery Overcharged battery Battery is old and will not accept full charge Tripped thermal fuse J5246pr 0921 POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Check all wires and connectors Make sure the motor harness connector is tightly plugged into the battery and that there are no loose wires around the motors The built in thermal fuse may trip and shut down operation of the vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions too severe Once a fuse has tripped remove your foot from the pedal and wait approximately 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again To avoid repeated automatic shutdowns do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 130 Ibs maximum weight capacity or by towing anything behind the vehicle Do not drive up hills or run into fixed objects which can cause the wheels to stop spinning
22. h household trash is prohibited by law in most areas e Protect the environment by not disposing of this product with household waste 2002 96 EC Check your local authority for recycling advice and facilities Europe only e Return an exhausted battery to a federal or state approved lead acid battery recycler such as a Power Wheels authorized service center or a local seller of automotive batteries For the authorized service center location nearest to you please visit us on line at www powerwheels com or call 1 800 348 0751 Contact your The battery must be upright while charging local waste management officials for other information regarding Do not allow the battery to run down completely before charging the environmentally sound collection recycling and disposal of Charge the battery before storing the vehicle lead acid batteries If you live in the State of Florida or the State of Minnesota it is prohibited by law for anyone to throw away lead acid e Charge the battery at least once per month even if the vehicle has bis es batteries in the municipal waste stream not been used e Leaving the battery in a discharged condition will ruin it e Always remove an exhausted battery from the vehicle Battery leakage and corrosion can damage the vehicle e Do not store the battery on a surface such as a kitchen counter top which could be damaged by the acid contained inside the battery Take precautions to protect the s
23. harging e f removable rechargeable batteries are used they are only to be charged under adult supervision FRONT VIEW e Fit the long tabs on the hood into the slots in the front end of the vehicle ASSEMBLY e Lower and fit the side tabs on the hood into the slots on each side af ihe front ond of he vehicle e Insert the two tabs on the front edge of the seat into the slots in the vehicle Short Seat Belts Long Seat Belt 33 e Insert the fastener end of a short seat belt strap through the slot near the outer edge of the seat Make sure the side of the seat belt BACK VIEW with the fastener faces the outer edge of the seat e Pull the short seat belt strap completely through the slot until the last T loop at the opposite end of the belt catches against the slot You will pull one T loop through the slot e Repeat this procedure to assemble the other short seat belt strap e Insert each fastener end of the long seat belt strap through a slot in the center of the seat Make sure the fasteners face the outer edge of the seat e Pull each side of the long seat belt strap evenly through the slots Make sure to pull each T loop through a slot e Insert two 8 x 3 4 screws into the back of the seat Tighten the screws J5246pr 0921 ASSEMBLY F e Before applying the labels wipe the surface of the vehicle with a clean dry cloth to remove any dust or oils e First apply the inside edge of a label to t
24. he back end of the vehicle Next apply the outside edge of the label to the side of the vehicle Then smooth the center of the label The edges will overlap slightly e For best results avoid repositioning a label once it has been applied to the vehicle Taillights e Fit the taillights left and right onto the rear of the vehicle J5246pr 0921 Taillight Tabs 38 e Fit the wing tabs into the slots in the top edge near the rear of the vehicle Hints There is a left and right wing They are designed to be assembled one way e Make sure the tabs on the top of the taillights fit into the bottom of each wing e Insert two 8 x 3 4 screws into each wing Tighten the screws ASSEMBLY Speaker Box Assembly Speaker Connector Speaker Connector e Position the speaker box assembly over the back end of the vehicle e Plug both speaker connectors together Hint If the connectors do not fit together do not force them Simply turn one of them over and try again e Insert three 8 x 3 4 screws into the top of the speaker assembly Tighten the screws Assembly is now complete Speaker Box Assembly e Fit the speaker box assembly onto the vehicle J5246pr 0921 DECORATION Proper label application will help to keep the labels looking their best When applying labels keep the following guidelines in mind e Wash your hands before applying the labels e Before applying the labels wipe t
25. he surface of the vehicle with a clean dry cloth to remove any dust or oils e Place the labels exactly as shown in the illustrations e For best results avoid repositioning a label once it has been applied to the vehicle e After applying a label rub the label firmly with a clean dry cloth to make sure the label is adhered to your vehicle Start at the center of a label and smooth towards the outer edges to remove air bubbles AN FRONT VIEW J5246pr 0921 DECORATION REAR VIEW N i 8 Wp o hy ll DASH VIEW J5246pr 0921 BATTERY INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Use only a Power Wheels 12 volt lead acid rechargeable battery Use of any other battery will damage your vehicle Make sure that you charge the battery for at least 18 hours using the enclosed Power Wheels 12 volt charger before operating your vehicle for the first time Charge the battery for at least 14 hours after each use of the vehicle Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours Failure to follow these instructions may damage your battery and will void your warranty Power Wheels 12 Volt Battery Motor Harness Connector 1 e Lift the hood to access the battery compartment e Plug the motor harness connector into the 12 volt battery J5246pr 0921 Power Wheels 12 Volt Battery Battery Retainer Battery Compartment 2 e Push the battery retainer e Place the 12 volt battery into the battery compartment M
26. ightly plugged into the battery and that the charger is plugged into the wall Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is ON Charger is not working There is no sure way to tell if your charger is working unless you have a volt meter If you suspect there is a problem with your charger contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center They can test your charger for you Tripped thermal fuse The built in thermal fuse may trip and shut down operation of the vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions too severe Once a fuse has tripped remove your foot from the pedal and wait approximately 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again To avoid repeated automatic shutdowns do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 130 Ibs maximum weight capacity or by towing anything behind the vehicle Do not drive up hills or run into fixed objects which can cause the wheels to stop spinning while power is still being supplied to the motors If a thermal fuse continually trips contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center Loose wires or loose connectors Check all wires and connectors Make sure the motor harness connector is tightly plugged into the battery and that there are no loose wires around the motors Dead battery If your battery is old or if you have not followed Battery Care instructions your battery may be dead If you are unsure whether or not the battery are dead you can have it t
27. igned to be a play feature only and do not function as protective safety restraints r J5246pr 0921 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS B ELECTRICAL HAZARD N WARNING e Battery can fall out and injure a child if vehicle tips over Always use battery retainer PREVENT FIRE Never modify the electrical system Alterations could cause a fire resulting in serious injury and could also ruin the electrical system Use of the wrong type battery or charger could cause a fire or explosion resulting in serious injury Use of Power Wheels components in products other than Power Wheels vehicles could cause overheating fire or explosion e The battery must be handled by adults only The battery is heavy and contains sulfuric acid electrolyte Dropping the battery could result in serious injury e Never allow children to charge the battery Battery charging must be done by adults only A child could be injured by the electricity involved in charging the battery e Read the safety instructions on the battery e Examine the battery charger and their connectors for excessive wear or damage each time you Charge the battery If damage or excessive wear is detected do not use the charger or the battery until you have replaced the worn or damaged part e HOT motors Handle carefully RIDING HAZARD N WARNING e Prevent Injuries and Deaths e Direct Adult Supervision Required e Never Ride at Night e Keep Children Within Safe Riding Areas
28. imum weight capacity or by towing anything behind the vehicle Avoid severe driving conditions such as driving up slopes or running into fixed objects which can cause the wheels to stop spinning while power is still being supplied to the motors and make sure your child stops the vehicle before switching speeds or direction lf a thermal fuse in a battery continually trips under normal driving conditions please contact your local Power Wheels Authorized Service Center For the location of the Authorized Service Center nearest to you visit us on line at www powerwheels com or call 1 800 348 0751 Important Notes e Your new battery must be charged for at least 18 hours before you use it in your vehicle for the first time e We recommend that you start charging your battery before beginning assembly of your new vehicle e The battery must be upright while charging e The charger is not a toy e Do not short circuit the battery e You do not need to remove the battery from your vehicle to recharge it e Before charging the battery examine the battery case for cracks and other damage which may cause sulfuric acid electrolyte to leak during the charging process If damage is detected do not charge the battery or use it in your vehicle Battery acid is very corrosive and can cause severe damage to surfaces it contacts e Do not charge the battery on a surface such as a kitchen counter top which could be damaged by the acid contain
29. lse SEU Vatuce A 26 IL FM Radio Simulated CD Player Digital Clock Microphone Use 0 cc cece nett e ene t een e eee ennenneees 27 IVE Charge lndiealor EE A EN EN REN NOT 28 py IRA 2 aT el 2 ae ame eae crete a ec ome a A one for nO em pe pg Ca Sate a er ga ae Ee ee 28 o ECO E T Cease EN ee ee 29 aA ETEA IETS IA ENETEIA Oreayer cone N ct Rene Naat Wee ena a 1 I NE EN ites nny 29 GP Problems andy Solutlons GUTER veya ze ee EN Pa aI OAV LAOS A EVO TENNIS 30 A IMPORTANT INFORMATION e Your new vehicle requires adult assembly Please set aside at least e For safety reasons your vehicle has been pre set so that it will only 60 minutes for assembly operate at low speed You must remove the high speed lock out e You must charge your battery for 18 30 hours before you use your screw to allow operation of the vehicle at high speed Please see vehicle for the first time We recommend that you start charging page 26 for detailed instructions your battery before beginning assembly Please see Battery Charging e f you have any questions about your Power Wheels vehicle beginning on page 8 for detailed instructions please call our toll free service lines at 1 800 348 0751 from e Read this manual carefully for important safety information and 9 AM to 7 PM EST Monday through Friday and 11 AM to 5 PM EST operating instructions before using your vehicle Keep this manual Saturday Trained customer service representatives are available to take for fut
30. ly level ground ONLY 8 Do not allow your child to drive down or across a steep slope The vehicle may gain unsafe speed even if the pedal is released to stop The vehicle may tilt and tip over The wheels could lose traction causing the vehicle to slip 9 Do not allow your child to drive up steep inclines The motor may Stop and the vehicle could roll backwards at an unsafe speed 10 Never put anything near any moving parts Rotating parts such as motors gear boxes and wheels can snag fingers hair etc causing serious injury Do not allow operation of the vehicle when it is on its side or in an upside down position Do not operate the vehicle near flammable vapors gasoline paint thinner acetone liquid wax etc The vehicle s electrical switches like most electrical switches emit an internal spark when first turned on or turned off The presence of flammable liquids or vapors could cause an explosion or a fire Keep all flammable products in tightly sealed containers and away from the vehicle Do not allow a child to operate the vehicle without direct adult supervision To prevent unsupervised use of the vehicle disconnect the motor harness from the battery when the vehicle is not in use J5246pr 0921 25 K VEHICLE OPERATION IMPORTANT Use this vehicle ONLY outdoors Most interior floor ing can be damaged by riding this vehicle indoors Fisher Price will not be responsible for damage to
31. matically after about one hour of non use The Simulated CD Player will turn off automatically after about 10 minutes of non use FM Radio TAV Press the scan button S to find a station B ae Press the scan button S again to go to the next station e To reset the radio to the first station press the scan reset button X e FM Radio reception varies from area to area If the tuned station is lost due to poor reception the radio automatically scans to the next station with good reception Hint Each time power is turned off and back on the FM Radio will reset to the first station Simulated CD Player e Press the simulated CD to pop it in e Press the track forward B or track back buttons to move ahead or backward through the songs e Press the eject button mm to switch back to FM Radio Setting the Digital Clock Press the eject button mm to eject the simulated CD e Press the power button O off e Press the hour adjust button to set the hour e Press the minute adjust button amp to set the minute Hint Your child may accidentally hit the hour or minute adjust buttons and change the time on the clock Simply use these buttons to reset to the correct time Microphone e Press the button on the side of microphone and talk Listen to your voice e Press any button on the top of the microphone for fun phrases IMPORTANT If the FM Radio Simulated CD Player or Digital Clock function erratically pres
32. ollowing measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Note Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment J5246pr 0921 LIMITED WARRANTY P Bumper to Bumper Limited Warranty One year limited warranty from the date of purchase on the Power Wheels vehicle Six month limited warranty on the 12 volt battery For the original purchaser this one year limited warranty covers the Power Wheels ride on vehicle purchased from Power Wheels against defects in materials and workmanship The six month limited warranty applies only to the 12 volt battery included by Power Wheels with the original purchase of the vehicle This warranty covers normal use and does not cover the Power Wheels vehicle or battery if damaged by unreasonable use neglect accident abuse misuse improper service or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or workmanship Evidence of any attempt at consumer repair will void this warranty THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER AND IS INTENDED TO EXCLUDE ANY LIABILITY ON THE PART OF POWER WHEELS WHETHER UNDER THIS WARRANTY OR IMPLIED BY LAW FOR ANY INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMI
33. otors or electrical switches can cause them to jam and could cause switch or motor failure e The vehicle can be wiped down with a soft dry cloth For a shiny finish you can wipe plastic parts with a non wax furniture polish applied to a soft cloth Do not use automotive wax Do not use soap and water or spray the vehicle with a hose e To ensure that your vehicle stays in good operating order we recommend that you periodically have your vehicle checked by a Power Wheels authorized service center For the location of the authorized service center nearest you please visit us on line at www powerwheels com or call 1 800 348 0751 J5246pr 0921 FCC NOTE United States Only Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the f
34. pacity or by towing anything behind the vehicle Do not drive up hills or run into fixed objects which can cause the wheels to stop spinning while power is still being supplied to the motors If a thermal fuse continually trips contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Vehicle runs in low speed but High speed lock out not disconnected The vehicle was pre set to run only in low speed does not run in high speed To allow the vehicle to run in low and high speed you must disconnect the High Speed Lock Out Follow the Please Note The vehicle is instructions on page 26 to remove the High Speed designed to operate in low Lock Out screw speed only in reverse When the foot pedal is pressed Operation of vehicle in low speed It is possible that only one rear wheel may spin when both only one rear wheel spins rear wheels are raised off the ground and the vehicle is in low speed This does not necessarily indicate a problem Check for proper operation of the drive system by raising the rear wheels off the ground and pressing the foot pedal If only one rear wheel spins carefully press your hand on the spinning wheel to slow it down The other rear wheel should begin to spin If the other rear wheel does not begin to spin there may be a problem with the vehicle Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center for diagnosis and repair Vehicle r
35. s the main reset button with the point of a pen or similar object MICROPHONE J5246pr 0921 CHARGE INDICATOR VEHICLE CARE 12 VOLT BATTERY CHARGE INDICATOR e Press the 12 volt battery charge indicator button to check the power level of your battery s All four lights means the 12 volt battery is 100 fully charged Three lights means the 12 volt battery is 75 mostly charged Two lights means the 12 volt battery is 50 charged We recommend recharging your battery for 14 hours One or no lights means the 12 volt battery needs charging Fully charge your battery for 14 hours Hint For the most accurate reading do not press the battery charge indicator while the vehicle is moving e Check all screws cap nuts and their protective coverings regularly and tighten as required Check plastic parts on a regular basis for cracks or broken pieces e During snowy or rainy weather the vehicle should be stored inside or under a protective cover Remember to charge the battery at least once per month while your vehicle is not in regular use e Avoid operating the vehicle in wet or snowy conditions and do not spray the vehicle with a hose Do not wash the vehicle with soap and water Water or moisture in the motors or electrical switches can cause them to corrode and could cause switch or motor failure e Avoid operating the vehicle on sand loose dirt or gravel Sand loose dirt or gravel in the m
36. uns sluggishly Undercharged battery Charge the battery A new battery should have been charged for at least 18 hours before using the vehicle for the first time After first time use recharge the battery for at least 14 hours after each use Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours Check all connectors Make sure the charger connector is tightly plugged into the battery and that the charger is plugged into the wall Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is ON Battery needs charging Be sure to charge the battery after each use Battery is old and will not Even with proper care a rechargeable battery does not accept full charge last forever Average battery life is 1 to 3 years depending on vehicle use and use conditions Replace only with a Power Wheels 12 Volt Lead Acid Rechargeable Battery Do not substitute parts Vehicle is overloaded Make sure you do not overload the vehicle by allowing more than two riders at one time exceeding the 130 Ibs maximum weight capacity or by towing objects behind the vehicle If the vehicle is overloaded the built in thermal fuse in the battery may trip and automatically shut down operation for approximately 25 seconds Adjust the driving conditions to prevent repeated automatic shutdowns Driving conditions are too stressful Use only on generally level ground J5246pr 0921 PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS GUIDE PROBLEM Sometimes the vehicle doesn t run but other times it do
37. ure reference as it contains important information your call in English or French Habla Espanol Si usted tiene alguna e This vehicle is designed for use on grass asphalt and other hard pregunta 0 necesita asistencia llame gratis 1 800 348 0755 para los surfaces on generally level terrain and by children 3 years of Estados Unidos Tenemos representantes que hablan espanol para age and older atender su llamada e Use this vehicle ONLY outdoors Most interior flooring can be e For your convenience Power Wheels maintains an independently damaged by riding this vehicle indoors Fisher Price will not be owned and operated Authorized Service Center Network with more responsible for damage to the floor if the vehicle is used indoors than 300 authorized service centers nationwide Our authorized service centers will repair or replace parts under warranty at no extra charge and can perform non warranty repairs for a minimal charge To find the authorized service center nearest you please visit us on line at www powerwheels com or call 1 800 348 0751 e To register your vehicle please visit us on line at www powerwheels com e To prevent damaging the motors and gears teach your child to stop the vehicle before switching direction Do not tow anything behind the vehicle or overload it Do not exceed the maximum weight capacity of 130 Ibs 59 kg e This vehicle has adjustable play seat belts Please note that the adjustable seat belts are des
38. urface on which you store the battery e Do not store the battery in temperatures above 75 F or below 10 F e Use only a Power Wheels 12 volt battery Remember to charge the new battery for at least 18 hours before first use Prevent the battery from moving freely inside the battery compart ment Always use the battery retainer to secure the battery in the battery compartment e Examine the battery charger and their connectors for excessive wear or damage each time you charge the battery If damage is detected do not use the charger or the battery until you have replaced the worn or damaged part J5246pr 0921 SAFE DRIVING RULES J RIDING HAZARD N WARNING e Prevent Injuries and Deaths e Direct Adult Supervision Required e Never Ride at Night e Keep Children Within Safe Riding Areas These areas must be away from swimming pools and other bodies of water to prevent drownings generally level to prevent tipovers away from steps steep inclines cars roads and alleys e Riding Rules Make sure children know and follow these rules for safe driving and riding Always sit on the seat Always wear shoes Only 2 two riders at a time NO Teach Safety Rules to Children While children can quickly develop the skill necessary to drive this vehicle it is important to remember that their judgment skills are still very immature Unsupervised driving by children can lead to serious injury

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